The Problem That Occurs When a Researcher Generalizes Results to a Population

question 9

Multiple Choice

The problem that occurs when a researcher generalizes results to a population that differs from the one from which the sample was drawn is called

• A)misgeneralization.
• B)error of estimation.
• C)nonprobable generalization.
• D)misstratification.

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Definitions:

Psychoanalytic

A theory of personality and a method of psychotherapy, originally formulated by Sigmund Freud, that emphasizes unconscious motives and conflicts.

Humanistic

An approach in psychology emphasizing personal growth, self-awareness, and the concept of self-actualization.

Social-Cognitive Perspectives

Theoretical viewpoint that focuses on how people learn by observing others, emphasizing the interaction of our thought processes, behaviors, and the environment.

Self-Discipline

The ability to control one's feelings and overcome one's weaknesses; the ability to pursue what one thinks is right despite temptations to abandon it.